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Huia Botrytised Marlborough NZ Pinot Noir 2009

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88/100 45

Honey and tree fruit/nectarine/peach, plus some dried fruits, fin a moderately sweet style although sweetness is balanced by gentle acidity and fine tannins. Vendange tardive style. Quite a lot of botrytis influence although the wine retains good varietal character.

Tasted: May 2011   Closure: S'cap    Average price: NZD $25 (~USD $19)

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